Operator - Meeker

Rio Blanco County•Meeker, CO

4d•$25 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Operates commercial motor vehicles and performs skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled labor in the construction and maintenance of county roads. Operates heavy equipment at a basic level of proficiency.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Meet the qualifications for a CDL driver under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and the State of Colorado
Take and maintain flagging certification within 30 days of hire
Take and maintain First Aid and CPR certification within 1 year of hire
Take annual MSHA training
Valid Class B Commercial Driver License, Class A Commercial Driver License within 6 months of hire.
Flagging Certification
First Aid and CPR certification
MSHA Part 46 Training
Sitting, walking or standing for long periods
Must be able to stoop, bend, stretch, twist, reach, kneel, squat and balance repetitively
Handling, seizing, holding, grasping, or otherwise working with hands
Climbing stairs
Unaided lift up to 50 pounds, aided lift over 50 pounds
Climbing ladders
Work is performed primarily in the field operating equipment, vehicles, or performing manual labor
Exposure to loud noises, vibrations, heights, depths, dirt, oil fumes, dust, mud, grease, and extreme weather conditions.
Required to work nights, weekends, and holidays, if weather necessitates.
Must be able to submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing as directed under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Nice To Haves

One year of related experience or road construction experience preferred

Responsibilities

Operate tractor/trailer rigs, tandem dump trucks and belly dumps in the construction and maintenance of County roads.
Operates tandem snow plows with sander in adverse conditions for snow and ice removal to provide for the safety of the traveling public.
Conducts a walk-around of assigned equipment before each use and completing pre/post trip inspections.
Operates heavy equipment at a basic level of proficiency.
Loads and hauls materials and heavy equipment to various locations within and outside of the County.
Performs manual labor including but not limited to: flagging and work zone traffic control, replacing cutting blades and tires on equipment, installing and cleaning cattle guards and culverts, building fences, installing and repairing road signs, repairing and filling potholes, cutting brush and trees, removing rocks and debris from roadsides, performing bridge maintenance, clean up flood damage, assists in forest fires and other duties as required.
Performs minor maintenance on equipment and report any repairs requiring a mechanic.
Maintains accurate daily record of hours worked, equipment hours and materials used.
Assists mechanics on difficult jobs when assigned.
Performs landfill duties when assigned. Regulates and covers waste according to policy.